Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Announcing: Cre8 + 2 = Me and You

Wahoo! I've been working behind the scenes planning this contest for a few months.

I'm excited to tell you what it's all about, and to introduce the judges and prizes!!!

It is called Cre8 + 2 = Me and You. This is a
contest designed to inspire you to spend time creating with a loved one
(i.e. a child, parent, sibling, friend, neighbor). The point is to encourage you to spend time creating, teaching, learning, playing, and making memories while sharing your creativity! Your projects can be anything- sewing, crafting, painting, building,
decorating, organizing, cooking, gardening, etc. They can be simple or complex. They can be made anytime- this summer, 5 years ago, 10 years ago- be sure to tell the story behind your project!

The contest opens today, and will be open for the next 2 weeks. Each Wednesday, I will share some things that I have created with my children over the summer, so check back if you're looking for an idea of what this is about! So... if you
haven't already, go do something creative with your special person! There are just a few precious weeks of summer left.

I've asked some of my favorite creators and story tellers to be the judges. They're amazing, aren't they? Click on their pictures to read their blogs and show them some love!

Here's how the judging will work.

*This has been updated... there are already such sweet ideas entered, and I am realizing there is no way I could "judge" which projects are the best or most meaningful. So to be more fair, and because really you are ALL winners, here's how it will work...

I will choose 10 entries at random. Then the judges and I will rank those 10 in the order of our favorites, and all votes will be tallied. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. We are looking for entries that showcase creativity, tell a story, and show that you spent quality time together with a loved one.

The companies who are donating prizes are AWESOME! You will be so thrilled with what they have to offer! Thank you so much sponsors, for donating $500 worth in prizes!

4. There must be evidence that your project was made with someone else.

5. Your entry must be family friendly.

*You do not have to create a special post just for this contest... You can enter ANY project you've made with a loved one. It doesn't have to be recent. Your entry can come from a blog post, instagram, facebook, flickr, etc. You may enter as many projects as you'd like. Entries are open from August 8th until August 26 at midnight. Winners announced on August 29, 2012.

Copy the URL address of your picture/post. Then come here, click on the blue "Add your link" icon, and paste
it. Then it asks for a title, and your email. Then you'll be taken to a page to choose a thumbnail picture. Click "select," and then you're
done! This contest is only open to residents of the U.S. due to shipping costs of the products. Thanks for understanding!

Okay, I've entered a ridiculous amount of projects because I have a husband who is gifted in building things and my family homeschools so we're always doing projects together! Thanks for hosting. This party should be a blast!

Hi Rach, It has been some time since I have been here. I have only recently come back to blogging after being terribly sick with Hyperemesis ( and EXTREME form of morning sickness ) I just saw this posted over at The Ribbon Retreats blog. I am looking forward to joining in. Have a Lovely weekend!!Angelina